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Military ammo can stolen during break-in

July 6, 2023

Military ammo can stolen during break-in GRANT TOWNSHIP — A military ammunition can filled with reloading supplies was stolen from an unlocked residence in the 1900 block of White Road, according to Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. It is valued at $1,500. The break-in was reported Tuesday afternoon, July 4. Please consider helping to fund local news. Mason County Press…

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Guns stolen in cabin break-in

July 6, 2023

Guns stolen in cabin break-in OTTO TOWNSHIP — Several guns and tools were stolen during a breaking and entering at a cabin in the 2500 block of East Yale Road that was reported Sunday, July 2, according to Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. Stolen items include: a .22 caliber combination gun valued at $300; a .22 caliber lever action with…

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Man arrested for indecent exposure at Stony Lake beach

July 6, 2023

Man arrested for indecent exposure at Stony Lake beach BENONA TOWNSHIP — A 25-year-old Grand Rapids man was arrested by Oceana County sheriff’s deputies for indecent exposure Wednesday, July 5, around 1 a.m. at the Benona Township Park, commonly known as the “Stony Lake Oval.” When deputies arrived on scene, they observed nine naked males on the Lake Michigan beach…

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Obituary: Melvin Mahan, 94, of Hart

July 5, 2023

Obituary: Melvin Mahan, 94, of Hart Melvin Arthur Mahan, 94, of Hart, passed away Friday, June 30, 2023, at his Home. He was born December 30, 1928, in Hesperia, the son of Mortimer and Ruth (Radley) Mahan. Melvin was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army, and served during the Korean War. Melvin married Marie Herrygers on December 9, 1950,…

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Recent births, posted July 5, 2023

July 5, 2023

Recent births, posted July 5, 2023 Please consider helping to fund local news. Mason County Press and Oceana County Press are available for free thanks to the generous support of our advertisers and individuals. Three ways to help us: Venmo: @MasonCountyPress; Paypal: MasonCountyPress@gmail.com; Mail a check to PO BOX 21, Scottville, MI 49454. The following births have been reported: Fisher…

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